Time to party

Bobby Joseph, honorary consul of the Republic of Latvia to the Philippines is passionate in everything he does. Involved in travel, several civic and education organizations, he takes his responsibilities to heart.  A wine connoisseur, he loves the good life.

 To mark another year of blessings and gratitude, he recently threw a birthday party to honor all the special people in his life. Bobby together with his charming wife Ida, their children Robbi, Richard, America-based daughter Riza, and youngest son River, hosted an evening of exquisite Japanese dinner  at the popular  Tsukuji  Restaurant of the Century Park Hotel.

 The party began with Japan’s national tipple sake, often called the drink of the gods, after which guests moved toward the sumptuous appetizer spread  that had every imaginable sushi roll seasoned with a sweet vinegar mixture and  the soothing and healthy miso soup.

 On the other end was the buffet table that had more Japanese specialties, which included hot pot dishes, deep-fried pork cutlets, grilled chicken on skewers, soya beans such as tofu and miso, tempura,  and noodles served with meat, vegetables, and ginger for long life.

Johnny Midnight Joseph, Riza Joseph Yujico and Ralph joseph

 The evening brought together dear relatives  and close  friends. Among the many well-wishers were Ida’s parents, the well-respected Dr. Ponciano Manalo  and his ageless partner for life Milagros.   Bobby’s brothers, Ralph was with his wife Babot,  Ronnie with Melissa and Raymond with Reggie.  

 Also  present were  Jaime  Bautista,  president and chief executive officer of Philippine Airlines; Chito Castillo who flew in from San Francisco, the celebrant’s cousin Johnny Midnight Joseph, Nonoy and Ditas Yuhico and Melanie and Romy Chan.

 The night’s piece de resistance was the fabulous performance by the prince of sax, the dashing and talented Michael Young, who mesmerized one and all with his rendition of   Broadway and classical favorites.

Bobby capped the night by blowing out his birthday cake candles surrounded by his loved ones.